Pope Francis, the 266th pope of the Roman Catholic Church, passed away today, the Vatican announced. He was 88 years old. “Dear brothers and sisters, it is with profound sadness I must announce the ...
Pope Francis, the popular Roman Catholic pontiff who advocated a more compassionate papacy and a less traditionalist approach than his predecessor, has died after battling a series of health issues.
Pope Francis greets retired Pope Benedict XVI at the retired pontiff's Vatican residence Dec. 23, 2013. (OSV News photo/Vatican Media) VATICAN CITY (CNS) — Pope Francis made history with his election ...
Pope Francis, the 266th pope of the Roman Catholic Church, passed away today, the Vatican announced. He was 88 years old. “Dear brothers and sisters, it is with profound sadness I must announce the ...